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Irpinia Wine & Cheese Tour from Ravello: Private Sommelier

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Overview

Quotes Logo The Private Irpinia Gourmet Tour from Ravello with sommelier offers a unique food and wine adventure beyond the typical tourist trails of Chianti and Montalcino. This tour invites guests to experience the authentic flavors of Irpinia, a region celebrated for its distinctive wines and artisanal products. Unlike standard tours, this experience provides intimate access to vineyards and production sites, allowing participants to connect with nature and local traditions.

What to Expect: Guests will walk through vineyards, touch the grapes, and even sample wines directly from the oak barrels. The tour includes visits to Campania Vineyards & Cellars, Campania Cheese Factory, and Campania Prosciutto & Salami Producer. Guests will enjoy guided wine tastings of prestigious DOCG wines such as Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo, and Taurasi. The experience continues with a visit to a traditional cheese factory, where you can taste fresh ricotta and caciocavallo. The final stop is at a salami factory to witness the production of Campania's best prosciutto.

This full-day tour includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and personalized experience. A knowledgeable driver/guide, who is also a food and wine expert, will accompany guests throughout the day. Included are tastings of three different types of cheese and two types of salami, bottled water, and onboard Wi-Fi. Please note that lunch and additional food/drinks (unless specified) are excluded, as are gratuities. Quotes Logo

Highlights

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Taste Award-Winning Wines: Enjoy guided tastings of Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo, and Taurasi.

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Experience Local Cheese Making: Visit a traditional cheese factory and taste fresh ricotta and caciocavallo.

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Discover Prosciutto Production: See how Campania's best prosciutto is made at a local salami factory.

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Private, Comfortable Transport: Travel in style with private, air-conditioned transportation and onboard Wi-Fi.

Sentiment Analysis

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Overall, customers express high satisfaction with the tour's personalized and authentic experience, appreciating the knowledgeable guide and unique tastings. Some suggest minor improvements regarding detailed information and itinerary flexibility. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Customers rave about the personalized attention from the knowledgeable driver/guide.

    Positive Highlight Icon Many reviewers highlight the unique opportunity to taste local wines and cheeses directly from the producers.

    Positive Highlight Icon Guests appreciate the comfortable and convenient private transportation.

    Positive Highlight Icon Several reviewers mention the experience being an authentic and off-the-beaten-path adventure.

  • Negative Highlight Icon A few reviewers noted that the tour could be improved with more detailed information about the wine-making process.

    Negative Highlight Icon Some customers wished for more flexibility in the itinerary.

The Journey

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Campania Vineyards & Cellars

Discover the ancient art of winemaking amidst the rolling hills of Campania, a region steeped in viticultural history dating back to the Greeks and Romans. Your visit includes a guided tour of the vineyards and cellars, followed by an exquisite tasting of three distinguished DOCG wines: Fiano di Avellino, celebrated for its crisp acidity and aromatic complexity; Greco di Tufo, a mineral-rich white wine grown in volcanic soils; and Taurasi, Campania's full-bodied red wine known as the 'Barolo of the South.' Immerse yourself in the passion and tradition behind these exceptional wines.

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Campania Cheese Factory

Delve into the world of artisanal cheese production at a traditional cheese factory in Campania, where time-honored methods are still cherished. Observe the gentle rhythm of rural life as you meet the cows and calves, witness the cheese-making process from start to finish, and savor a tasting of freshly made ricotta, the creamy mozzarella that Campania is famous for, and the flavorful caciocavallo. Experience the authentic taste of Italy's dairy heritage.

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Campania Prosciutto & Salami Producer

Indulge in the savory delights of Italian cured meats with a visit to a prosciutto and salami producer in Campania. Witness the meticulous process of crafting these culinary treasures, from the careful selection of meats to the traditional curing methods passed down through generations. Enjoy a tasting of two distinct types of salami, each offering a unique blend of flavors and textures. Discover the artistry and passion that goes into creating these iconic Italian delicacies.

Know Before You Go

This private tour includes private transportation, tastings of 3 cheese types and 2 salami types, bottled water, onboard Wi-Fi, all fees and taxes, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a food and wine expert guide. Guided wine tasting of 3 glasses of wine is also included. Not included are lunch, additional food and drinks unless specified, and gratuities.

Hot Tip

Reviewers suggest wearing comfortable shoes for walking in the vineyards. They also recommend coming hungry to fully enjoy all the tastings. Confirm dietary restrictions with the tour operator in advance.

From €314 Price

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